US says it struck targets in Iran over ‘continued aggression’ against shipping
The US military conducted strikes against Iranian military infrastructure following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. In retaliation, Iran launched missile and drone operations against US sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, threatening to halt diplomatic negotiations.
Why it matters
This escalation threatens to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts to end a conflict that has significantly impacted global oil prices and regional stability.
This aerial photograph shows boats anchored off Oman's northern Musandam Peninsula near the strait of Hormuz on 27 June. This aerial photograph shows boats anchored off Oman's northern Musandam Peninsula near the strait of Hormuz on 27 June. US news US and Iran trade strikes as both sides accuse the other of endangering ceasefire Flare-up in tensions comes as Washington and Tehran have been negotiating a memorandum of understanding to end an unpopular war
The article reports on military actions from both sides, citing official statements from both the US Centcom and the Iranian IRGC without taking a side.
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